Urgent Blood Drive Seeks Donors for Russell Clinic
Residents of Russell urged to attend the Memorial Rink clinic on August 11 for a Red Cross blood donor drive. Douglas Stewart, Red Cross director, stressed that blood and plasma are free to hospital patients and that Manitoba relies on weekly quotas of 800 bottles from a single collection arm to serve regional hospitals.
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Red Cross
Manitoba
Douglas Stewart
Red ‘Cross
Russell
Stewart
Memorial Hiail
Sacred Heart Hospital
Man- Nova
Manitoba Kea Cross Centre
Sewart
Russell Collegiate Grade 1X and Grade X summer results
The following list shows the students who took Grade 1X and Grade X subjects at Russell Collegiate. Provisional passes marked Fr and fature indicated by a following name. Names include numerous students with supplements noted and many surnames such as Wallace Airace Shullingsiey and Boryskavicn.
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Russell Collegiate
Batley
Wallace Airace
Shullingsiey
Overt
Lod
Boryskavicn
Reer
Boryskavic
Hose
Cartwright
Onal Winston
Chandier
Lawrence Robert
Clemens
Joan William Wallace
Marie Asmur
von Grasex
Norma Jean
Dimond
Gary Oscar
Fett
Alice Eluzaveth
Mintenko
Bruce James
Wucox
Allen Frederick
Mushumansk
Kienry Lavi
Waudek
Dolores Winona
Boston
Nellie
Mush-umanski
Adeline Ann
Liske
Andet Mane
Mushumanski
Marcelle
Freier
Mary Caroline
Dowiatck
Agnes Patricia
Inscrarlahe
Marion Glaggs
Worneski
Wanda Evelyn
Pettitt
May Allen
Moroz
Frederick
Marshall
Lorraine Mary
Ross
Dolores
Ann
Ziprick
Norma
Crop Producing Costs Rise at Manitoba Illustration stations
Costs for land use buildings and general equipment rise as stations at Manitoba Illustration farm system keep complete revenue and expenditure records. An annual inventory determines charges for taxes and summer operations across farms.
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Manitoba
Hereford Show at Regina as Commonwealth event opens
Hereford breeders from Canada compete with English judges at the Commonwealth Hereford show and sale aligned with the Regina golden jubilee exhibition. Watson Dunn & Son bring the touring herd led by Bob Stewart. judging runs through today, sale Friday. Dunn herd enters Reward Primrose Supreme 16H in the two year class. J. J. Dunn & Sons also show at Silverton. Last week at Dauphin Watson Dunn & Son swept the fair, winning class and show championships.
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Canada
England
Regina
J. J. Dunn & Sons
Silverton
Dauphin
Son Dunn & Son
More Supplies for Town Waterworks in Russell Council Sessions
Russell Town Council met on July 14 and 28 to approve waterworks spending. The CPR was informed the town will cover construction and ongoing maintenance of a pipeline under tracks to the sewage lagoon. Western Supplies (Sask) Ltd. bid 7199.39 for water service connections. planners Underwood McLellan & Associates to place the order. Tax rolls added John Korowski 900, Gordon Loney 1000, S E Duns 12. Accounts passed 1257.18 on July 14 and 7880.11 on July 28, the latter including two water works material charges totaling 7389.40.
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Russel
CPR
Russell
Western Supplies (Sask) Ltd
Underwood, McLellan & Associates Ltd
John Korowski
Welling
Gordon Loney
S. E. Duns
Farm crop costs rise with machinery costs urge caution in purchases
The report notes average costs per acre in 41954 for producing wheat on tallow, first and second crops, barley and oats, with figures 2237, 1982, 1894 and 1735 dollars respectively. It cites brackets as farm counts and says costs have risen recently primarily due to high machinery expenses, advising farmers to evaluate age and future value before buying new equipment.
Silvert on minister marks centennial mission celebration
A Silvert on minister’s centennial mission observance spans Goodfish Lake Alberta July 24 25 marking 100 years since Rev H B Steinhaur a Ontario born Methodist missionary established a Cree community north east of Edmonton. The event featured church services Cree language prayer a pageant at Whitefish Lake and a showing of The King’s Man.
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Goodfish Lake
Alberta
H. B. Steinhaur
Ontario
Methodist Church
Edmonton
Christie
Hudson Bay Co
George McDougall
John
Whitefish Lake
Saskatchewan
Roy Taylor
Steinhaur
Taylor
W. R. Cantelon
Geo. F. Denyes
Silverton
Red River
Rural Council Approves Gravel Road Plan Funding by Residents
The Rural Municipality of Russell convened on June 28 under Reeve Jas Rea to decide if taxes should fund graveling of roads. Council allowed graveling paid for by nearby residents with future refund by the municipality. Travel permissions granted for three road sections. July meeting saw drainage talks with Saskatoon water issues pinning responsibility on Langenburg. Ditching costs approved for 396.50. Other actions include pension and wage adjustments, 1955 estimates, and payments totaling 4345.44.
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We Council
Russell
Jas. Rea
Millwood-Crosby
Saskatchewan
Langenburg
W. R. Schwalm
PERA
Department of Agriculture
Albert Staples
PAA
Cook
New Headlamps Installed As Standard Equipment
Manitoba registrar R B Baillie states new sealed beam headlamps are now standard on new vehicles after a six month replacement period. Approved by AAMVA, the design offers up to 80 extra feet of right side visibility, less glare in fog or rain, and curved-road illumination. Interchangeable with original sealed beams, the update does not force owners to replace existing headlights.
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R. B. Bailllie
Manitoba
Registrar of Motor Vehicles
American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators
Aam‘va
Detroit
Affiliation Study For Manitoba Farm Groups Initiated
A MFA committee will study affiliating the Manitoba Farmers' Union and the Manitoba Federation of Agriculture and Co operation. Appointed were J D Wilton Carman MFA C president Paul Turko Hazelridge MFA C vice president Mike Sotas Birdtail and Alex Guild Brandon. Delegates at Bran don MFA C convention requested the joint affiliation to present a united front on agricultural issues. The board also urged government to appoint a commission to review livestock production and marketing to aid producer control. An investigation of the livestock industry was originally requested.
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Manitoba Farmers’ Union
Manitoba Federation of Agriculture and Co-operation
MFA
Craford Park Camp
J. D. Wilton
Carman
Mf.ac
Paul Turko
Hazelridge
M.f.ac
Mike Sotas
Birdtail
Alex Guild
Brandon
M-F.ac
Be a blood donor next Thursday afternoon
The article extols blood’s vital roles in carrying oxygen, water, and nutrients, removing wastes, regulating temperature, and defending against infections. It highlights blood’s circulation and how donor generosity can save lives, urging readers to donate next Thursday afternoon.
Heat Wave Ends as Rain Refreshes Office Workday
A prolonged heat spell eased midweek as a light rain fell, bringing overcast skies that made indoor work more tolerable. Farmers hoped for longer rain to help late grains and gardens.
Right or Wrong Assessippi spelling debate at local fair
A former resident questioned The Banner's spelling of the As(s)essippi community. The paper recalls 55 years of using Asessippi and asks readers to settle whether Assessippi is correct, inviting reader input on the long‑standing dispute.
Coals to Newcastle fundraiser ticket unearthed in Winnipeg
Rod Clement held a winning ticket linked to a prize draw raising funds for a hydrotherapy pool in Winnipeg. A $30,000 credit note was found at an automobile supply firm in the city, tying the case to the charity effort and a local business.
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Newcastle
Winnipeg
Rod Clement
Finding honesty in old classifieds
In reviewing old papers we note many small found advertisements and frequent finder inquiries. The piece laments the loss of honesty and integrity, urging a return to the good old days when found items were promptly returned.
Prospects Bright for District Crops This Year
Weather and growing conditions brighten outlook as seeding late due to aphids gives way to favorable moisture. Harvest nears for grains with early fields swathed in scattered areas and forage supplies look ample for fall livestock.
Holiday Hazards Toll During Weekend Holidays
Holiday weekends bring a high toll of human lives prompting discussions on safer routines. The piece calls attention to preventable injuries and suggests reconsidering travel and safer home-based routines to reduce fatalities.
Manitoba federation plans action on marketing act review
The MFA C annual meeting in 1954 discussed Honourable R D Robertson minister of agriculture remarks on Manitoba Natural Products Marketing Act regulations being reviewed. A board committee was named to interview Robertson and present the federation views. The MFAC supports stronger government help for producer marketing control and opposes moves that hinder this control.
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Mfa.c
R.D. Robertson
Robertson
Federation
MFAC
Manitoba
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